CleanSpark, a prominent U.S.-based Bitcoin mining firm, has achieved a significant milestone by amassing 10,097 BTC in its treasury. This marks a remarkable 236% year-over-year increase in its Bitcoin holdings, placing the company among the top four publicly listed miners holding more than 10,000 BTC, alongside MARA Holdings, Riot Platforms, and Hut 8 Mining.
In a statement on January 9, CleanSpark’s CEO, Zach Bradford, credited the achievement to the company’s efficient and responsible scaling. All of CleanSpark’s Bitcoin holdings were mined within the U.S., a testament to its commitment to supporting American energy and jobs while contributing to the growth of Bitcoin’s global ecosystem.
Chief Financial Officer Gary Vecchiarelli emphasized the firm’s strategic approach, noting that the company employs sound risk management practices to utilize its Bitcoin holdings effectively. “We leverage our Bitcoin to lower our cost of capital, positioning CleanSpark as a leader in responsible financial innovation,” Vecchiarelli stated.
Strong Production by CleanSpark
Throughout 2024, CleanSpark mined an impressive 7,024 BTC, retaining most of it and only selling a fraction. In December alone, the company produced 668 BTC, representing a 7.4% monthly increase and trailing only MARA Holdings, which mined 890 BTC. Riot Platforms and IREN followed, each producing over 500 BTC.
CleanSpark started 2024 with around 2,300 BTC in its treasury and managed to retain a significant portion of its mined Bitcoin by maintaining disciplined financial strategies. Its operating hashrate surged to 39.1 exahashes per second by the end of the year, with a 33% improvement in hashrate efficiency compared to 2023.
Competition in Bitcoin Mining Sector
Despite these achievements, CleanSpark’s stock struggled to reflect the broader market rally in 2024, seeing a 16% decline. However, the company remains steadfast in its strategy, selling only 12.65 BTC in December to fund expansion in its infrastructure.
CleanSpark’s achievements underscore the growing competition in the Bitcoin mining sector. While some firms, like Bit Digital, faced challenges such as redeployment of assets and retiring older machines, CleanSpark’s focus on efficiency and strategic scaling has positioned it as a leader in the industry.
